The University of North Texas (UNT) Mean Green football program is the intercollegiate American football team representing the University of North Texas. The team competes at the NCAA's Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) level as a member of the American Athletic Conference and plays its home games at DATCU Stadium in Denton, Texas. The program is currently led by head coach Eric Morris.
The team is notable for its historical achievements, including 24 conference championship titles and numerous postseason appearances in both bowl games and the former I-AA playoffs. This established history provides a foundation for the program's significance in collegiate athletics.
Recently, the Mean Green have garnered significant media attention due to their on-field performance. In November 2025, the team achieved a national ranking in the AP Top 25 poll for the first time in decades, a milestone that was widely covered. This success has led to increased focus on key team matchups and the performance of the coaching staff, particularly regarding the development of the quarterback position. The team's current ranking has set the stage for important conference games as they continue their season.
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